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School Photos
Our annual school photos of class groups and individual portrait photos will be taken at Kororoit Creek Primary School by Arthur Reed Photos on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 February, 2024.
Sibling photos will be taken on Monday 25 March, 2024.
There is no need to return any forms or money to school.
Families can register online to view images when they become available in the webshop.
Registration is simple, just follow the 3 simple steps on your child’s personalised flyer and remember to add the codes for all your children attending this school.
Even if you registered last year, it’s important that you do again this year using your child’s 2024 image code to link their images for the current year with your contact details.
When images are ready to view and in the webshop, all parents who have registered will be notified by SMS and email.
Once registered, please wait for notification that 2024 images are online to view before making your purchase.
Weekly Year Level Updates
Dear Prep families,
Welcome to Week 9! Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve been up to in class and some exciting things to look forward to.
Reading
This week in reading, we have been focusing on the important skill of inferring. The students have been learning how to infer what a character is thinking by using both text and picture clues. It’s been wonderful to see how well they are picking up this skill and using their detective minds to figure out what’s not directly said in the story. To continue supporting this at home, you can encourage your child to continue inferring when reading their take-home books. Ask questions like, “What do you think the character is feeling?” or “Why do you think that happened?” to help them use clues from the text and illustrations to deepen their understanding. Well done to all the students for their fantastic efforts with this reading strategy!
Writing
In writing this week, the students have been working together through buddy writing as part of their writing cycle. This has been a great opportunity for them to practise sharing ideas, using each other’s knowledge for spelling, and ensuring they take turns when drafting. It’s been wonderful to see how working together has increased their success and confidence in writing.
At home, you can support your child by encouraging them to create a “seed” for their writing. This could be a small idea or story starter that they can expand on by writing sentences. This will help them build their idea bank and continue developing their writing skills!
Numeracy
This week in numeracy, we have been revisiting addition worded problems. The students have been focusing on problem-solving by looking at how part + part = whole and also using their understanding of subtraction to solve these worded problems. It’s been great to see them applying their knowledge of both addition and subtraction to work through the challenges. At home, you can continue supporting your child by practising addition and subtraction worded problems together. Encourage them to think about how the parts of a problem fit together and ask questions to help guide their thinking. Their growing confidence in solving these problems has been fantastic to see!
Fairy Park Excursion
This week, our prep students went on their very first excursion to Fairy Park, and it was a truly magical experience! The trip was linked to our Unit of Inquiry, where we’ve been exploring the central idea that people share ideas in many ways. Throughout the day, the students made wonderful connections between the fairy tales and stories they’ve been learning about, and many were excited to share how these stories reminded them of ones they’ve seen before. Their amazed faces when they saw the interactive puppets moving on their own, with no one controlling them, were priceless! The students also made fantastic choices during the excursion, showing great behaviour and cooperation. We captured some lovely moments, and we’re excited to share the photos on the school’s Instagram page. Keep an eye out for those special memories!
Dear Grade One families,
First off, a big thank you to all families who helped make the zoo excursion so seamless. Not just our parent helpers, but to you all for well preparing the students for the day. Everyone was safe, excited and curious during the excursion!
In Reading, students are making inferences about character motivations within a text.
In Writing, students are learning how to develop questions about their inquiry topics. They are in the process of using these questions when writing a letter to an expert.
In Numeracy, students are learning about time duration with a focus on sequencing events that occur during the day, and the duration of these events.
In Unit of Inquiry, students are finding out about their chosen topics. Lucky for us, many questions were answered during our excursion to the zoo this week!
Reminders:
- Our Celebration of Learning is Friday, Week 10 at 9 am
- No homework Week 10, but take-home readers will continue
- Last day of term is Friday, September 20th with a 1:30 pm finish
Kind Regards,
Natalie (H10), Jasmine (H11), Abbey (H12), Ana (H13), Renee (H14), Amanda (H15), Laura (H15) and Jade (H16)
Dear Grade Two Families,
We have one more week until the holidays!
In reading, students have been making predictions when reading non-fiction texts. They have developed their research skills by being able to predict what information they might find in a text before reading.
In writing, students have been fine-tuning their texts. Our learning has been focused around our audiences and how we can edit and revise with them in mind.
In numeracy, students have continued to develop their multiplication strategies. They have engaged in multiple worded problems and solved them using efficient strategies.
This week in Inquiry, we have had the opportunity to visit the KCPS museum. Students have learned about significant people, places and events in the school’s history.
A few reminders:
- Last day of term, 20th September. We will have an early finish 1:30pm.
- Students were asked to bring in an artefact or drawing/photograph of a person, place or event that is significant to them. If possible, could you please make sure this is done and brought in by Monday week 10.
- Day Camp is coming up!! An event on Compass has been made accessible. Payment and consent is due on the 16th of September.
- A medical form is also required and is due prior to the payment on the 9th of September.
We hope you have a wonderful weekend.
From Cassie, Rebekah, Monique, Emily, Eleanor, Taylah and Preet.
Dear Grade 3 Families,
Reminders:
- The Grade 3 Sleepover Event on Compass will close on Monday 16th September. No late payments will be accepted.
- Celebration of Learning on Monday 16th September at 9am
- Semper Dental forms are due on the last day of Term 3 on Friday 20th September
Numeracy:
The Grade 3 students this week are finishing up their unit on multiplicative thinking by applying their learned concepts to reality-based problems.
Literacy:
During the Grade 3 Reader’s Workshop this week, students worked on their summarising skills to help text comprehension, using the features of a text to assist them. They also continued to explore Ballad poetry by working through the Writing Cycle.
Unit of inquiry:
Students are tuning into our new unit of inquiry about the impact of human activity by watching The Year the Earth Changed by David Attenborough and exploring the purpose and perspective of the potential consequences of actions.
Thanks,
The Grade Three Team
Bianca, Anne, Giorgia, Jamila, Jayde, Kafa, Yasemin and Sam
Dear Families,
We have had an exciting and productive week in Year 4!
This week, we’ve continued exploring our new unit, Where We Are in Place and Time, with a fascinating case study on The First Fleet. The students have shown great curiosity and engagement in this important part of history.
In reading, students have been making deeper connections to the texts we’ve explored. They’ve worked on how these connections enhance their comprehension and enrich their understanding.
In writing, the students have successfully completed the writing process and published their incredible news articles. We are proud of their creativity and effort.
In numeracy, we have started our new focus on data. The students have been busy interpreting, analysing and collecting data, finding various ways to represent their findings in meaningful ways.
Upcoming events/dates to remember:
- Celebration of Learning – Tuesday 17th September 2.30pm (Year 4)
- Last day of School – Friday 20th September (1:30 finish)
We hope you have a wonderful weekend!
The Year 4 Team
Clayton (H32), Ashlee and Escher (H33), Gabriel (H44), Deanna (H45), Dharma (H36), Beth (H37), Krystal (H38) and Chloe and Romy (H39)
Dear Grade 5 Parents and Guardians,
A very busy term is coming to an end and the students are busy beginning the ‘Sorting Out’ phase of the inquiry cycle. Students have been recording wonderings through exploring the comprehension strategy of ‘Questioning’. Classes have been exploring the purposes behind the questions we are asking, to sort out what information they are wanting to begin exploring further.
As writers, students have been moving through writing science reports based on experiments within the classrooms. There have been lots of bread and mung beans under the microscope as a way to record observations and track data on how they are observing changes. Students have been highly engaged in recording visible changes and using this to form some wonderful science reports.
In Numeracy, the Grade fives have been continuing to interpret and analyse different sets of data. Students have been recording data based on their experiments and analysing this by looking for trends and identifying the mean, median, mode and range.
Some friendly reminders:
- Hats now need to be worn during recess and lunch time. Students need to ensure they have a hat to play.
- Celebration of learning – Week 10, Thursday 19th September, 2:30pm
- VHAP masterclass – Week 10, Thursday 19th September
- Last day of term 3 – 20th September. Students are dismissed at 1:30pm.
- First day of term 4 – 7th of October
Have a wonderful weekend,
The Grade 5 team.
Dear Families,
It has been another exciting week in grade 6!
We have entered into the action stage for Exhibition. Grade 6 students have been brainstorming ways they can use their new knowledge and passion for their issue to take action in their community.
In Numeracy this week, we have been exploring percentages, fractions and decimals as equivalent representations of probability.
Reminders:
- Celebration of learning in Week 10 – Monday 16th September 2:30pm
- Last day of term we finish at 1:30pm
Have a wonderful weekend,
From the Year 6 Team
Daniel, Simon, Mel, Sarah, Shannon, Shana, Bernadette, Elyse, Lauren and Bryoni
Compass Communication
Medication Authority Form
This form MUST be completed if a child is to be given medication at school.
Note: Wherever possible, medication should be scheduled outside of school hours, eg. medication required three times a day is generally not required during a school day: It can be taken before and after school and before bed.
Kingswim Induction
Uniform
Kororoit Creek Primary School has a uniform policy, stating that the wearing of school uniform is compulsory. The uniform must be worn correctly without fashion accessories or enhancements (including leggings under dresses) every day. Please make sure that every item of clothing is named. Please note that plain black school shoes should be worn with the uniform (no colours). Summer uniform terms 1 and 4 and winter uniform terms 2 and 3. (Exception will be made for extreme weather conditions). Summer dresses are not suitable for winter and should not be worn with skivvies or tights underneath as winter uniform. Uniforms can be purchased directly from the supplier – Primary School Wear, 2/51-53 Westwood Dr, Ravenhall 3023.
Disability Inclusion
Kororoit Creek Primary School is excited to introduce Disability Inclusion, a new approach to help us improve support for students with disability and build a more inclusive school for all our students.
Inclusive schools have better outcomes in learning, engagement and wellbeing for all students.
Disability Inclusion will help our school better understand what our students need to help them learn, through:
- a new funding model with more investment
- a new strength-based process called the Disability Inclusion Profile to help identify the student’s needs and required adjustments
- more training and coaching for teachers and school staff about the best ways to support student learning.
A new funding model with more investment
The new funding model provides additional investment that our school can use to support many students including those with autism, learning difficulties and more.
This additional investment will provide more support for students with disability, including students who haven’t been eligible for individual funding through the Program for Students with Disabilities (PSD) in the past.
Our school can use this funding for a range of activities including
- more training and professional development for teachers and school staff
- getting expert advice about disability
- hiring teachers or other staff to help plan and deliver changes for students
- equipment and resources to support learning.
The Disability Inclusion Profile
The Disability Inclusion Profile will help us find out more about your child’s strengths and needs. It will inform personalised funding allocations, help us plan student learning and any changes a student may need to better learn.
The new Disability Inclusion Profile process will replace the Educational Needs Questionnaire used as a part of the current PSD.
As we transition over the next three years, families of students who are part of the PSD will be asked to attend a meeting to complete a Disability Inclusion Profile.
People who know your child will be involved in the meeting, along with an independent, trained facilitator who will help our school and families complete the profile.
If your child is part of the PSD, we will work with you to find the most suitable time to complete their profile.
The profile will also be available to a broad group of students with high needs.
We will identify students who are not currently part of the PSD, who may benefit from a Disability Inclusion Profile. If we consider that your child’s education will benefit from having a profile, we will contact you.
More training and coaching for teachers and school staff
Disability Inclusion will give more teachers and support staff a better understanding of disability and how to respond. This could include access to:
- more professionals in schools who are experts in disability
- coaching
- professional learning
- evidence-based guidance and resources
- scholarships.
More information
Visit www.education.vic.gov.au/disabilityinclusion to find out more about Disability Inclusion.
Further Resources
Disability Inclusion Information Session, recorded on the 20th November 2023
Disability Inclusion presentation slides
Tools to support student voice in a Disability Profile meeting
Driving and Parking Around KCPS
Driving Safely Around Kororoit Creek Primary School – Brochure
Dates to Remember 2024
- 18 September – Celebration Of Learning – Year 2 (9am)
- 18 September – H04 AIA Reward – Movie & Popcorn Session
- 18 September – H14 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 18 September – H42 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 18 September – H46 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 18 September – H47 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 19 September – Celebration Of Learning – Prep (9am) & Year 5 (2:30pm)
- 19 September – VHAP Masterclass
- 19 September – H10 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H17 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H21 AIA Reward – Class Party & Movie Session
- 19 September – H22 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H25 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 19 September – H29 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H31 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H37 AIA Reward – Class Celebration
- 19 September – H43 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 19 September – H45 AIA Reward – Class Party & Movie Session
- 19 September – H52 AIA Reward – 7/11 Walking Excursion
- 20 September – Celebration Of Learning – Year 1 (9am)
- 20 September – H03 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 20 September – H09 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 20 September – H12 AIA Reward – Class Party & Movie Session
- 20 September – H20 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H27 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H38 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H39 AIA Reward – Class Party & Movie Session
- 20 September – H48 AIA Reward – Movie Session
- 20 September – H49 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H50 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H51 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H53 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – H57 AIA Reward – Class Party
- 20 September – Last day of Term 3
- 07 October – First day of Term 4
- 10 October – Grade 3 Sleepover
- 11 October – Grade 2 Day Camp – Lady Northcote
- 11-18 October – Semper Dental
- 18 October – KCPS Colour Run
- 21-23 October – Grade 4 Camp (H32, H34, H35 & H39)
- 23-25 October – Grade 4 Camp (H33, H36, H37 & H38)
2024 Curriculum Days
(Students are not required to attend school on these days)
Monday 29 January
Friday 26th April
Friday 30th August
Monday 4th November
2024 Term Dates
Term 1 30/01/2024 – 28/03/2024 (Years 1-6)
09/02/2024 – 28/03/2024 (Prep)
Term 2 15/04/2024 – 28/06/2024
Term 3 15/07/2024 – 20/09/2024
Term 4 07/10/2024 – 20/12/2024
2024 Camping Program
Year 2 Day Camp – Lady Northcote Discovery Camp 11 October
Year 2 Day Camp Information Session
Year 3 Sleepover – 10 October
Year 4 Camp – Camp Wyuna 21-23 & 23-25 October
Grade 4 Camp 2024 Information Presentation
Year 5 Camp – Lake Dewar Myrniong 12-14 & 14-16 August
Year 5 Camp Information Session
Year 6 Camp – Lord Somers 25-27 November